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Pete Hegseth: “Every American wants to be treated like an individual, not…”

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And wokeness was a, was a big indicator, too, in that survey. Do you think those arguments still stand up today? Senator, you make, make a great point. Every American wants to be treated like an individual, not because they're black or white or male or female. rich or poor, or because of some calculation of what we need more of or need less of, but simply are you, can you rise to the challenge of this job of service to your nation? (04:37–04:44)

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Asserts that Americans desire to be treated as individuals, not based on race or gender.

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